Can I get solar panels installed in my home?

There's help available to get solar panels installed in your home, but you usually need to be on certain benefits or have a low income to be eligible. What each scheme offers, and its eligibility criteria varies: The Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme.

Why should you install solar panels?

Installing solar panels lets you use free, renewable, low carbon electricity. You can sell surplus electricity to the grid or store it for later use. According to low-carbon certification organisation MCS , there were more than 183,000 solar panel installations across the UK in 2023.

Should you add solar panel batteries to your solar system?

And, with the cost of solar panel batteries said to be gradually reducing, this is advantageous for homes that already have solar panels installed but that are thinking of adding batteries to their PV system to store excess energy.

Can solar panels be installed on a roof?

"The solar panels will need to be mounted on the roof by installers who understand roofing and will need some scaffold decks to safely get the panels to the roof.

Should I Choose an energy supplier for my solar PV installation?

Choosing an energy supplier to install your solar PV can be especially beneficial if you plan to make use of an export tariff (to be paid for the excess energy you export to the grid), because some offer exclusive rates for customers who have bought their solar tech through them. E.ON Next is a Which? Trusted Trader accredited installer.

Do solar panels need a battery?

More and more customers get a battery with their solar panels. Without one, you either use electricity as you generate it, or you export it back to the grid. Getting a battery will add to the cost of your installation. But it means you can store energy, and use it later when you have more need for it.